Technical Project Manager (Chicago, Atlanta)

Chicago IL Experis

Job Title: Technical Project Manager (W2 only)

Location: Chicago, IL / Atlanta, GA

Duration: 12+ months 

Mode: Hybrid (3 days Onsite)

Position Summary:
The Application Technical Project Manager will be responsible for establishing and managing application projects to deliver desired business outcomes. They will oversee multiple technology and risk projects, including large-scale application development, systems integration, operational efficiency improvements, process reengineering, and infrastructure upgrades and deployments. This role involves end-to-end responsibility for project delivery, including coordination with Line of Business and other technology teams.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and manage multiple application projects concurrently, ensuring efficient and effective project completion.
  • Drive overall technology execution and manage stakeholder relationships, acting as the primary point of escalation for technology issues.
  • Plan, organize, monitor, and control projects using appropriate tools and techniques, while developing and socializing potential risk mitigation strategies.
  • Communicate effectively with managers, peers, and business partners on deliverables, timelines, and support needed.
  • Partner with the business to develop and transition plans, including ongoing success measures, to sustain change.
  • Maintain application and project documents, ensuring required standards and processes are followed.
  • Prioritize work, meet deadlines, and guide deliverables through all phases of the project.

Primary Skill:

  • Proficiency in Agile tools, particularly Jira.

Required Skills:

  • Strong project management skills with the ability to lead a team and drive results.
  • Solid technology background and management skills/experience.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Strong time management and prioritization skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
  • Minimum 7 years of end-to-end technology project management experience.

Desired Skills:

  • Strong technical management experience, with Java experience being a plus.
  • Experience working in the financial industry.
  • Familiarity with Jira/Atlassian.

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